Have you ever noticed the conspicuous absence of moms in our beloved Disney films? Two moms from Los Angeles, Mia Thompson and Sarah Jennings, who run the blog IMomSoHard, tackled this curious phenomenon in their latest video, “I Princess So Hard.” They humorously suggest that if moms were in these classic tales, the storylines would dramatically change—likely lasting a mere “seven minutes.”
This dynamic duo isn’t shy about sharing their thoughts on everything from parenting to the challenges of everyday life. In their video, they point out that many shenanigans wouldn’t stand a chance if a mom were around. Take Aladdin, for example. “You really think you’re going to hop on a carpet and fly off with this guy?” they quip, imagining Jasmine’s mom saying, “If you rub that lamp, don’t expect a genie to pop out!”
And then there’s Frozen. Sure, Elsa’s mom meets an unfortunate end (a theme that seems oddly prevalent in Disney films). But if she had been around longer, she’d be setting firm boundaries: “Elsa, get out of that room! Life isn’t easy, and you need to deal with it. Now go to soccer practice!” Because let’s be honest, those magical powers wouldn’t excuse her from responsibilities.
Cinderella is another classic that would take a turn with a mom in the picture. “That glass slipper is just a metaphor for infatuation,” Mia jokes. Sure, it might be thrilling at first, but eventually, you end up in a situation that’s far less enchanting. Sarah even adds, “If a guy gives me designer shoes on a first date, I might just ‘lean in’ to that!” But the reality is, we don’t want our girls thinking that a prince will magically solve all their problems.
Moving on to Finding Nemo, if Nemo’s mom were involved, she’d likely warn, “Nemo, if you even think about touching that butt, you’ll be grounded for a week!” Sarah imagines her saying, “You’ve got that birthday party coming up; it’s all about making good choices!”
Honestly, I’d watch a movie starring these two any day.
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In summary, the absence of moms in Disney princess films is a comedic commentary on how different the narratives would be with maternal guidance. These moms highlight the importance of real-life lessons that go beyond fairy tale fantasies, instilling a sense of responsibility and reality in their children.